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Barrowford School

Barrowford School, Nelson
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Barrowford School

Rushton Street, Barrowford, Nelson, BB9 6EA

A Good-rated primary school in Nelson where 50% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community school
Pupils
327
Ages
4-11
FSM
41.3%
Capacity
420
Ofsted
Good
Mar 2022

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
72.0%
Writing
50.0%
Maths
60.0%
RWM Combined
50.0%

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About Barrowford School

Barrowford School is a primary school in Nelson, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 327 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Rushton Street, Nelson, BB9 6EA | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Barrowford School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Mar 2022 — Good
  2. Jun 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Barrowford School

What is Barrowford School's Ofsted rating?
Barrowford School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.
What are Barrowford School's latest exam results?
Barrowford School: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Barrowford School located?
Barrowford School is a primary school in Nelson, Lancashire (BB9 6EA).
How many pupils attend Barrowford School?
Barrowford School has around 327 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Barrowford School with other schools?
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